Honeywell MCP
Mode Control Panel
Control Wheel Steering Engage (CWS ENGAGE) Switch (A or B):

Push –
  • Engages A/P
  • Engages pitch and roll modes in CWS. Other pitch and roll
    modes not enabled
  • Displays CWS P and CWS R in A/P status display
  • CMD not displayed in A/P status display
  • F/Ds, if ON, display guidance commands and FD annunciates
    in A/P status display. A/P does not follow commands while in
    CWS
  • A/P pitch and roll is controlled by the pilot with control wheel
    pressure



  • When control pressure is released, the A/P holds existing
    attitude. If aileron pressure is released with 6 degrees or less
    bank, the A/P rolls wings level and holds existing heading.
    Heading hold feature is inhibited:
  • Below 1500 feet RA with gear down
  • After LOC capture in APP mode
  • After VOR capture with TAS 250 knots or less.